Taliban Approve New Foreign Investment Policy to Attract Investors to Afghanistan

econews. The policy was approved following a comprehensive review at a meeting of the Economic Commission chaired by Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs Abdul Ghani Baradar, according to a statement from his office.

The statement said the policy is designed to create a more favorable environment for foreign investors, facilitate investment opportunities and provide greater security for investment activities in Afghanistan.

The commission also approved a proposal to introduce a fixed-tax payment system for commercial import companies operating through the country's customs offices.

The announcement comes as the Taliban administration seeks to attract foreign investment and strengthen Afghanistan's economy amid continued economic challenges and limited international engagement.